West Kelowna travel guide
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You're Going to Love West Kelowna
With a population of 28,793, West Kelowna is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything West Kelowna has to offer.
Activities & attractions in West Kelowna
Food, Drinks, & Nightlife
Where to Eat in West Kelowna
If you’re looking for affordable options, Modest Butcher (829 Douglas Rd) and 19 Okanagan Grill + Bar (3509 Carrington Road) are great picks.
When to visit West Kelowna
How to Get to West Kelowna
Plane
When flying to West Kelowna, you’ll arrive at Kelowna (YLW), which is located 11 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to West Kelowna from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 6h 13m.
Car
Another option to get to West Kelowna is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 163 miles from West Kelowna. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Turo, among others, in Vancouver.
Bus
You can travel by bus to West Kelowna using Ebus or Rider Express. From Vancouver, the bus ride to West Kelowna takes 300 miles and will cost you around $124. From Abbotsford, the ticket costs about $83 for a journey of 430 miles. West Kelowna’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving West Kelowna
Where to stay in popular areas of West Kelowna
Most booked hotels in West Kelowna
Renting a car in West Kelowna
Renting a car in West Kelowna costs $93 per day, on average, or $279 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Kelowna.
Expect to pay $5.19 per gallon in West Kelowna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.23 and $82.98. The most frequently booked car type in West Kelowna is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury rental cars (Chrysler 300 or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.